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Acclimatization improves submaximal exercise economy at 5533 m.

T D Latshang1, A J Turk, T Hess

  • 1Pulmonary Division, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.

Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports
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Altitude acclimatization improves mountaineering performance by enhancing exercise economy and reducing acute mountain sickness symptoms. This leads to better subjective exercise tolerance and faster climbing speeds at high altitudes.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Altitude Physiology
  • Exercise Physiology

Background:

  • Mountaineers often report improved subjective exercise tolerance after altitude acclimatization.
  • The physiological mechanisms underlying this perceived improvement require further investigation.
  • Understanding exercise economy at high altitudes is crucial for optimizing performance and safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine if enhanced exercise economy contributes to the improved subjective exercise tolerance observed in mountaineers post-acclimatization.
  • To assess changes in maximal exercise capacity, submaximal oxygen consumption, and acute mountain sickness (AMS) symptoms during a high-altitude expedition.

Main Methods:

  • Thirty-two mountaineers underwent progressive bicycle exercise tests at low altitude (490m) and high altitude (5533m) on two separate occasions during an expedition.
  • Maximal work rate (Wmax) and maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max) were measured.
  • Submaximal oxygen consumption (VO2) at 75% Wmax, oxygen saturation, and AMS symptoms were assessed at high altitude.

Main Results:

  • Maximal work rate and VO2max significantly decreased at high altitude compared to low altitude.
  • On day 11 at 5533m, submaximal VO2 at the same work rate was lower, indicating improved net efficiency.
  • Oxygen saturation increased, AMS symptoms decreased, and mountaineers climbed faster with perceived less effort on day 11 compared to earlier stages.

Conclusions:

  • Improved submaximal exercise economy, likely due to reduced metabolic demands for non-external work, contributes to better exercise tolerance after acclimatization.
  • Regression of acute mountain sickness symptoms also plays a role in enhanced performance and subjective comfort at high altitudes.
  • These findings highlight the multifaceted physiological adaptations that improve mountaineering capabilities during expeditions.